Medical Malpractice Compensation
Medical errors are among the leading causes of injury and death in the United States. People who have suffered harm from a health care provider may be entitled to substantial compensation.
Economic damages, also referred to as special damages, compensate the financial loss of a victim. These include past and future medical expenses, lost income, and many more.
Economic Damages
Economic damages cover any financial loss that is incurred due to your injury. This includes medical bills already paid for and future medical care needed. They may also cover lost earnings if injuries prevent you from working, and other documented financial losses.
Non-economic losses, often called general damages, are less tangible and are harder to quantify in terms of dollar value. They can include physical suffering or a decline in your quality of life, or your emotional distress. Your lawyer can help you show these losses through expert financial analysts and witness testimony. Other evidence such as medical records and documentation will also be considered, including medical records.
Stratton and. Swanlond, a case from 1374 that established the premise of medical malpractice as a breach of obligation between a doctor and the patient. It was also the first medical malpractice case to give damages to a victim.
A victim may be entitled to compensation for the duration of their life, which cover the period of time from the time the incident occurred until the time of the time of death. These damages can include the cost of medical treatment and loss of income as well as noneconomic damages such as mental trauma, disfigurement or loss of enjoyment of living.
Other damages are possible when a doctor is unable to diagnose your condition or performs unnecessary procedures. If the doctor's actions are particularly bad or if they perform unnecessary surgeries for profit or for personal sexual pleasure, punitive damages may be awarded.
A court may also award compensation for any alternative treatment that is required but for medical negligence. This might include a less invasive surgical procedure or a different course of treatment that could have potentially prevented your injuries.
tualatin medical malpractice law firm Caps for Malpractice
As the number of fraud-related malpractice claims increased numerous states passed laws imposing limits on damages for malpractice cases. These limits limit the amount you can get from an arbitrator if your claim is found to be unreasonable or unreasonable.
Most states set caps on general and special damages, but some states limit only the amount of non-economic damages you are entitled to compensation for. You still have to present convincing and convincing evidence to be successful in your medical malpractice claim, regardless of the amount of caps.
Contact us today to schedule a consultation if you have been the victim of medical malpractice. Our experienced
lawyers can help you determine the worth of your claim and assist you negotiate a fair settlement, or a favorable verdict. If your case goes to trial, we will fight for your rights in the courtroom. Contact our offices in San Diego and Phoenix, or submit the online form to get started. We handle all types of medical malpractice cases throughout the United States. Our firm is dedicated to ensuring that clients receive the most compensation they can for their injuries. We represent victims of negligence in California Arizona Washington Oregon Illinois Texas and Tennessee. We can meet clients at a location that is comfortable for them.
